Checks and Balances Graphic Organizer

FEP/Level 5/Level 4 Directions: On the next page is a graphic organizer of the checks and balances of the US Government. Follow the following directions to fill it out completely. 1. In each box, list the primary function of each branch of the government. This information can be found in your reading. 2. On the lines connecting the boxes, list at least two examples on how the two branches check each others power. 3. In the space in the center, summarize how power is separated among the three branches of government and give a reason why separation of powers is important. Provide an example that illustrates your reason. Your summary should be at least 3 sentences long.

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Executive Branch

Legislative Branch

Judicial Branch

Level 4

Executive Branch -The President -

Legislative Branch -House of Representatives -House of Representatives -

Judicial Branch -Supreme Court -

Checks and Balances Graphic Organizer

Level 3 Directions: On the next page is a graphic organizer of the checks and balances of the US Government. Follow the following directions to fill it out completely. 1. In each box, list the main function of each branch of the government. This information can be found in your reading. 2. In the space in the center, summarize how power is separated among the three branches of government and give a reason why separation of powers is important. You should write at least two sentences.

Executive Branch

Level 3

Judicial Branch Legislative Branch

The Court can say laws are unconstitutional.

Congress can impeach Judges. Senate approves the Presidents nominations

Checks and Balances Graphic Organizer

Level 2 Directions: On the next page is a graphic organizer of the checks and balances of the US Government. Follow the following directions to fill it out completely. 1. Each box has the description of a branch. On the line, write the name of the correct branch of government. 2. In the space in the center, write one or two reasons why checks and balances is important for our government.

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-The President -The Presidents cabinet -Can say no (veto) to laws passed by Congress

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-Supreme Court -Rule if laws are unconstitutional -Hears court cases from around the country

-House of Representatives -Senate -Passes laws

The Court can say laws are unconstitutional.

Congress can impeach Judges. Senate approves the Presidents nominations

Checks and Balances Graphic Organizer

Level 1 Directions: Match the photos to the correct branch of government

Executive Branch

Legislative Branch

Judicial Branch